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We also assessed the educational and behavioural gaps, and contextual challenges relevant to respiratory health management from these professional perspectives. Computer-assisted telephone interviews were conducted across eight countries (Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Mexico and the United States) with 600 physicians (primary care and respiratory medicine specialties).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>While 95% of respondents agreed that it was their role to assess and manage air pollution exposure and proactively educate patients, fewer reported concrete demonstrations of this role in practice. Over half (55%) recommended medical treatment addressing exposure, and 20% engaged in normal monitoring but without preventive action for patients exposed to air pollution. Only 11% recommended concrete lifestyle changes for patients. In addition, 34% of respondents were unsure whether they should prioritise only acute cases for counselling. Significant country differences in awareness of air pollution health impacts and management were found. 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